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Appetizing Pispili Dish with Sour Cream and Dill
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Cheesy Herb Pispili Recipe

This Cheesy Herb Pispili recipe is a delightful and easy-to-make savory pastry, perfect for snacks, lunches, or appetizers. Filled with a flavorful blend of mozzarella, feta, Parmesan, and fresh herbs, these golden pastries are baked to perfection. Enjoy the comforting aroma and irresistible taste of homemade pispili!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 16 pispili
Course: Appetizer, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Warm water (105-115°F)
  • 1 tsp Granulated sugar
  • 2 ¼ tsp Active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 2 ½ cups All-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil plus more for greasing
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup Crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup Chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp Chopped fresh oregano
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • ¼ tsp Black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil for brushing

Equipment

  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl For mixing dough
  • 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons For accurate ingredient measurement
  • 1 Baking Sheet Standard size
  • 1 Parchment Paper Optional, for easy cleanup
  • 1 Pastry Brush or Spoon For brushing with olive oil
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Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it stand for 5-10 minutes, until foamy.
  2. Add the flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  4. Grease a bowl, place dough in, turn to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine mozzarella, feta, Parmesan, parsley, oregano, garlic, and pepper. Mix well.
  6. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Punch down dough. Divide into 12-16 pieces. Roll each into a small oval.
  8. Place filling in the center of each dough piece. Fold dough over, pinch edges to seal.
  9. Let pispili rise for 15-20 minutes on the baking sheet (optional).
  10. Brush tops with olive oil. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  11. Let cool slightly before serving. Best enjoyed warm.

Notes

For dairy-free: use vegan cheese. For gluten-free: use gluten-free flour blend. Herb variations: try thyme, rosemary, or dill. For spicy pispili: add red pepper flakes. Mediterranean: add sun-dried tomatoes, olives, basil. Spinach & feta: add sautéed spinach. Sweet pispili (pispilakia): fill with sweetened ricotta, cinnamon, honey.
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